CSD File Type

- The quick facts

What are CSD files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a CSD file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is a CSD file?

The .csd file extension is used for a temporary file format that was developed by Microsoft. These CSD files can normally be seen in Microsoft SharePoint Server. Also known as Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 temporary files, these .csd files are usually found when a backup process is being performed in version 2007 of Microsoft SharePoint Server.Microsoft SharePoint Server is a network platform that can provide groups of users from small organizations to large enterprises with a faster and more efficient means to collaborate. This platform can also enable these groups to publish materials for customers and develop tools for internal functions within the workplace.A CSD file is not meant to be opened. This does not contain any human-readable data. These .csd files may be deleted after a backup process has successfully completed in Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007.

How to open CSD files

Important: Different programs may use files with the CSD file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your CSD file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different CSD openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: July 13, 2020

Suggest another file format using extension CSD

While we know of one file format using the .CSD file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .CSD file.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of CSD files. Remember, different programs may use CSD files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.